Front Desk Manager Jobs
Front Desk Manager jobs are open across hospitality, healthcare, real estate, and corporate office settings, at every level from entry-level supervisor to senior manager, with specializations in guest services, multi-property operations, and medical or dental front office management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
We are looking for an energetic and positive person to join our quickly growing practice. We are more than happy to train the right person on all the duties and responsibilities listed below. Our Front Desk Receptionist is the face of the practice, great interpersonal skills are an absolute requirement. Ability to schedule patients, take payment, and answer/route phones is also required. Previous experience appreciated. PTO, health insurance, 401k matching, and quarterly bonuses as applicable.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Requires proficient keyboarding skills, use of electronic medical record and image management system.
- Utilize electronic mail and other instant messaging systems.
- Skilled in ophthalmic/medical terminology, ability to type words accurately with speed and knowledge.
- Ability to obtain patient's past and current medical and ophthalmic history including information regarding medications, allergies and family history of eye problems.
- Identifies any potential patient concerns and brings these issues to the attention of the Office Coordinator or physician as appropriate.
- Keeps examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, keeps drug count up to date.
- Provides consistent, excellent customer service.
- May consent patient for treatment and procedures.
- Duties assigned may include clerical functions such as filing, key boarding, scheduling patients, cleaning, stocking or other tasks as needed.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or higher.
- Strong attention to detail and expert keyboard (Scribe) skills.
- Ability to understand and correctly spell medical terminology and numbers as percentages; analytical and problem solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others (teamwork) and provide superior customer service to patients.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Moderate physical activity (standing, bending, sitting, walking, pulling and lifting) for most of the work shift.
- Clean office environment.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Description
We are looking for an energetic and positive person to join our quickly growing practice. We are more than happy to train the right person on all the duties and responsibilities listed below. Our Front Desk Receptionist is the face of the practice, great interpersonal skills are an absolute requirement. Ability to schedule patients, take payment, and answer/route phones is also required. Previous experience appreciated. PTO, health insurance, 401k matching, and quarterly bonuses as applicable.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Requires proficient keyboarding skills, use of electronic medical record and image management system.
- Utilize electronic mail and other instant messaging systems.
- Skilled in ophthalmic/medical terminology, ability to type words accurately with speed and knowledge.
- Ability to obtain patient's past and current medical and ophthalmic history including information regarding medications, allergies and family history of eye problems.
- Identifies any potential patient concerns and brings these issues to the attention of the Office Coordinator or physician as appropriate.
- Keeps examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, keeps drug count up to date.
- Provides consistent, excellent customer service.
- May consent patient for treatment and procedures.
- Duties assigned may include clerical functions such as filing, key boarding, scheduling patients, cleaning, stocking or other tasks as needed.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or higher.
- Strong attention to detail and expert keyboard (Scribe) skills.
- Ability to understand and correctly spell medical terminology and numbers as percentages; analytical and problem solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others (teamwork) and provide superior customer service to patients.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Moderate physical activity (standing, bending, sitting, walking, pulling and lifting) for most of the work shift.
- Clean office environment.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Planet Fitness224
- Holiday Inn Express and Suites156
- Allied Universal134
- Marriott International134
- The Joint Chiropractic112
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in front desk manager jobs.
- Two or more years of front desk or guest services supervisory experience
- Proficiency with property management or practice management software
- Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills
- Experience scheduling, training, and evaluating front desk staff
- Familiarity with check-in and check-out procedures or patient intake workflows
- High school diploma required, associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Tips for Your Front Desk Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
Hospitality front desk roles emphasize PMS software and occupancy metrics, while medical offices want scheduling systems and HIPAA familiarity. Reframe the same experience using the language of each sector so your resume reads as a natural fit.
Quantify guest volume and team size
Hiring managers compare candidates by scale. Replace vague descriptions with specifics: how many guests you managed per shift, how large your team was, and whether you reduced check-in wait times or resolved complaint escalations at a measurable rate.
Get a property management system certification
Many front desk manager roles list a named PMS as a requirement. If you're moving from one sector to another, free or low-cost certifications in common platforms strengthen your application and signal you can hit the ground running.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists front desk manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare scenario answers for the interview
Interviewers test for how you handle an aggressive guest, a no-show staff member, and a double-booked room simultaneously. Prepare two or three real examples that show your decision-making under pressure and how the situation resolved.
Negotiate shift structure alongside pay
Front desk managers often inherit overnight or rotating schedules that affect quality of life significantly. During the offer stage, clarify which shifts you'd own, whether weekend rotations are fixed or flexible, and what coverage looks like on your days off.
Front Desk Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most front desk managers?
The companies hiring the most front desk managers right now include Planet Fitness, Holiday Inn Express and Suites, and Allied Universal, with the largest share of openings in Florida, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hotels, hospital systems, dental groups, and commercial real estate firms consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many front desk manager jobs are remote?
About 1% of front desk manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role depends on being physically present at a property or facility. Remote opportunities are most common in roles that focus on scheduling coordination, training, or multi-site administrative oversight rather than direct guest or patient interaction.
How do you become a front desk manager?
Start by building two or more years of front desk or guest services experience in a hospitality, healthcare, or office setting. Take on shift lead or team lead responsibilities whenever available, since supervisory exposure is what most employers screen for first. Learning the PMS or scheduling software used in your target sector and demonstrating measurable results, like reduced wait times or improved satisfaction scores, strengthens your case for a manager title.
Can you get a front desk manager job with little or no management experience?
Yes, especially at smaller properties or independent practices that promote from within rather than hiring externally. If you're transitioning from a front desk agent or medical receptionist role, emphasize any informal leadership you've done: training new hires, covering for a supervisor, or resolving escalated complaints. Framing those contributions as management-adjacent experience helps bridge the gap on your resume.
What does the front desk manager interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds, starting with a phone or video screen focused on your background and availability. An in-person or second video interview typically includes behavioral questions about handling difficult guests, managing staff conflicts, and maintaining service standards under pressure. Some hospitality and healthcare employers add a brief skills assessment or ask you to walk through how you'd handle a specific scenario before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to front desk manager jobs?
You can find and apply to front desk manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your sector and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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